20+ Easy German Christmas Cookies Recipe Taste The Magic Today!
Published on: Mar 6, 2024
If you're looking to add a little German flair to your holiday baking, you're in luck! We've got an easy and delicious recipe for traditional German Christmas cookies that will have your taste buds dancing with joy. These cookies are perfect for sharing with family and friends, or for enjoying on a cozy winter evening with a cup of hot cocoa. So, let's get started on creating some festive and mouth-watering treats!
Main Ingredients: Raisins, Dark Rum, Flour, Sugar, Butter, Candied Lemon
Ingredients
To make these delicious German Christmas cookies, you will need:
All-purpose flour - 2 ½ cups
Butter - 1 cup (softened)
Sugar - ½ cup
Eggs - 2
Vanilla extract - 1 tsp
Baking powder - 1 tsp
Cinnamon powder - 1 tsp
Nutmeg powder - 1 tsp
Ground cloves - 1 tsp
Confectioners' sugar - for dusting
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon powder, nutmeg powder, and ground cloves.
4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
5. Divide the dough into two equal parts and shape each into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Roll out one disc of dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thickness.
8. Use a cookie cutter to cut out your desired shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Repeat with the remaining dough.
12. Once the cookies are completely cool, dust them with confectioners' sugar for a festive touch.
Enjoy!
Your delicious German Christmas cookies are now ready to be enjoyed! These cookies have a perfect balance of spices and sweetness, making them a crowd-pleasing treat. Serve them alongside a warm cup of mulled wine or hot chocolate for a truly cozy and festive experience. Happy baking!
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